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Arsenal 5-0 Chelsea, Premier League: Tactical Laughter

Do you yearn?


Bundesliga Match Preview: A Crucial Six-Pointer in Leipzig

If BVB wants to cement themselves in the top four, this is the most important game left of the season.


Marquez says Ducati MotoGP bike adaptation “is finished”

Marc Marquez says that his adaptation to the Ducati MotoGP bike has now “finished” and he can now “work on the small details”.


Leicester City stars wildly celebrate promotion as Jamie Vardy demand issued

Leicester City earned promotion back to the Premier League at the first time of asking following Leeds’ defeat to QPR at Loftus Road, triggering wild celebrations in the East Midlands


Suriyanlek Returns To Winning Ways Against Rittidet, Suakim Scores Lethal Finish At ONE Friday Fights 60

Catch up on all the results from this weeks martial arts showcase at Lumpinee Stadium


Brenton Avdulla confident California Spangle can deliver Group One hat-trick in Chairman’s Sprint Prize

Australian jockey expects in-form speedster to prove hard to beat in Sunday's HK$22 million Champions Day feature Brenton Avdulla is bullish about his prospects of landing a third straight Group One on California Spangle when he rides the top sprinter in Sunday's Chairman's Sprint Prize (1,200m) at Sha Tin. The Australian jockey boasts a perfect st...


Teams expect Sainz's F1 China qualifying incident to be cleared up

Ferrari and Aston Martin are expecting the FIA to tidy up its Formula 1 sporting regulations for 2025 following a protest in Chinese Grand Prix qualifying.


Philipp Lahm crushes Thomas Tuchel for the damage he’s done at Bayern Munich

No holds barred...


Soccer-Al Ahly to face Esperance in African Champions League final

CAIRO (Reuters) - Defending champions Al Ahly of Egypt will take on perennial rivals Esperance of Tunisia in this year’s African Champions League final after winning their semi-finals on Friday. Al Ahly, who have won five of the last seven editions and a record 11 in total, overcame TP Mazembe of the Democratic Republic of Congo in Cairo and Esperance pulled off a surprise 1-0 win over South


Olympics: Brazil legend, all-time top scorer Marta to retire from international football after Paris games

Six-time World Player of the Year and first player to score at five straight Olympic Games and World Cup finals Twice Olympic silver medallist, including in Beijing, she has 116 goals in 175 appearances for Selecao Marta, Brazil's all-time top goal scorer, announced she will retire from international football at the end of the year. The six-time Fi...


McLaughlin knew rules but has ‘no recollection’ of pressing overtake button

Team Penske’s Scott McLaughlin says he “genuinely, genuinely” doesn’t remember pressing the overtake button that got him disqualified from the IndyCar season opener at St. Petersburg.


Monaco E-Prix: Porsche's Wehrlein snares pole after Jaguar errors

Pascal Wehrlein claimed his third pole position of the Formula E season ahead of the Monaco E-Prix, beating Stoffel Vandoorne in the final qualifying duel.


Massive Sovereign a ‘very good chance’ of dethroning Romantic Warrior, says Dennis Yip

Hong Kong Derby (2,000m) hero chases Group One QE II Cup (2,000m) glory on only his third start in the city Dennis Yip Chor-hong is confident Massive Sovereign has a "very good chance" of dethroning the champion Romantic Warrior when the pair clash for the first time in Sunday's Group One QE II Cup (2,000m) at Sha Tin. Massive Sovereign became the ...


MotoGP Spanish GP: Martin wins demolition derby sprint from Acosta

Pramac’s Jorge Martin extended his MotoGP championship lead after a crash for Marc Marquez gifted him the Spanish Grand Prix sprint victory in a race that saw 15 fallers.


Monaco E-Prix: Evans dominates practice as Barnard gets up to speed

Mitch Evans dominated both practice sessions ahead of the Monaco E-Prix, as McLaren Formula E driver Sam Bird will miss the event with a hand injury.


Honkai: Star Rail version 2.2 drops 8 May with Robin, Boothill, Harmony Trailblazer, a new weekly boss, and more

The Astral Express Crew's adventures in Penacony are set to continue when Honkai: Star Rail__ version 2.2 "Then Wake to Weep" releases on 8 May! This latest update features two new 5-star characters in Robin and Boothill, a new Path for the Trailblazer, a new area in Penacony, a new weekly boss, and more! But before we break down everything coming ...


Soccer-Real edge closer to title with win at Sociedad

(Reuters) - Arda Gueler scored in the first half to earn a second-string Real Madrid side a 1-0 win at Real Sociedad on Friday, moving the LaLiga leaders a step closer to a record-extending 36th Spanish title. With five games remaining, Real climbed to 84 points and extended their lead to 14 points over second-placed Barcelona, who have a game in hand and host Valencia on Monday. Real manager


LEICESTER CITY PROMOTED TO THE $#%#$(@#$#! PREMIER LEAGUE

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WRC working on Croatia renewal, Poland a one-off

The World Rally Championship is hoping to secure a new deal to ensure Croatia remains on the calendar next year, while confirming that Poland’s 2024 appearance is a one-off.


Bayern Munich vs Eintracht Frankfurt: Lineups, team news, a warmup for Real Madrid, and more!

Not much point in focusing on the Bundesliga right now.


‘I’ll Be Faster And Stronger’ – Halil Amir Expects Big Things In Featherweight Debut Against Akbar Abdullaev

The former top-five lightweight is eager to make a splash in the lighter weight class at ONE Fight Night 22.


Olympic volleyball legend Xu Yunli backs China for glory at Nations League Hong Kong 2024 in June

Xu was speaking at a press conference to launch the event which will be held from June 11 to 16 Two-time Olympian boasts two Asian Games gold medals, one Asian Championship gold and two more Asian Cup wins Olympic gold medallist and China volleyball legend Xu Yunli has backed the national side to deliver on the court when the Volleyball Nations Lea...


Italian champions Inter Milan set for pre-season visit to China as they prepare to defend Serie A crown – sources

Tour not yet official but likely to be on last week of July and based in Chengdu with opponents not yet known Inter, owned by Chinese businessman Steven Zhang, last visited China for tour in 2019 Inter are planning a pre-season tour in China, sources at the club have told the South China Morning Post. The Nerazzurri were officially crowned the 2023...


Verstappen on DTM protege Vermeulen: He is always within two tenths of me

Red Bull Formula 1 driver Max Verstappen has backed his protege Thierry Vermeulen for his sophomore DTM campaign after the youngster was able to lap within two tenths of him in testing.


Newgarden opens up over IndyCar rules breach: “I’m not a liar”

Team Penske’s Josef Newgarden, who was stripped of his IndyCar victory at St. Petersburg, says he is “embarrassed” and “demoralised” for breaching the rules but insists he’s “not a liar”.


BTCC Donington: Ingram dominates practice

Tom Ingram comfortably topped both free practice sessions at Donington Park for the opening round of the British Touring Car Championship.


Everton Women vs Arsenal: WSL Match Preview

Twins taking confidence into tough Gunners test


RB plans Miami upgrade to keep "surfing on the top" of F1 midfield fight

The RB Formula 1 team is preparing an upgrade for the Miami Grand Prix that it hopes will keep it "surfing on the top" of the midfield pack battle.


Veteran Tyla King’s ominous warning to Singapore Sevens opponents: New Zealand have yet to reach their full potential

The Kiwis top the table from Australia on points difference after three straight wins, but a loss to France was a timely reminder Though the major prize this year is the Paris Olympics 100 days away, King says they will not take remaining two events lightly New Zealand's women go into next weekend's sevens World Series stop in Singapore on top of t...


Bird to miss Monaco E-Prix due to hand injury, Barnard set to make Formula E debut

Sam Bird will miss the Monaco E-Prix after the McLaren Formula E driver damaged his hand in opening practice, with Taylor Barnard set to replace him.


Anissa Meksen To Face Jackie Buntan For Inaugural Women’s Strawweight Kickboxing World Title At ONE Fight Night 23

The French legend and the American phenom will square off in U.S. primetime on Friday, July 5.


Newgarden “didn’t rehearse” emotional IndyCar press conference

Under-fire IndyCar star Josef Newgarden says he didn’t rehearse his emotional performance in front of the press, despite it keeping him awake at night.


MotoGP Spanish GP: Marc Marquez grabs first Ducati pole in damp qualifying

Gresini’s Marc Marquez has taken a first Ducati MotoGP pole after topping a damp Spanish Grand Prix qualifying from VR46’s Marco Bezzecchi.


IndyCar Barber: Under-fire Newgarden leads opening practice

Josef Newgarden blocked out the outside noise around his recent St. Petersburg disqualification to lead opening practice session at Barber Motorsports Park on Friday afternoon.


Hong Kong foil boss Koenig completes hat-trick of Coach of the Year awards, and immediately targets fourth prize

Paul John claims prize for best team sport coach following twin-Asian Games rugby sevens success Tenpin bowling coach honoured, along with bosses from para swimming, para lawn bowls, and table tennis Gregory Koenig immediately targeted a fourth straight Coach of the Year award, after the men's foil boss claimed the 2023 honour at a Hong Kong Sports...


IndyCar leadership addresses Penske DQs, clarifies timeline

The leadership of the IndyCar Series addressed the media on Friday afternoon to discuss the disciplinary actions put down on Team Penske and changes moving forward.


Binder “had my bike back” in Jerez MotoGP practice breakthrough

KTM’s Brad Binder says he “had my bike back” after making a breakthrough with set-up on Friday at the MotoGP Spanish Grand Prix.


Which Barca players have a point to prove during the last six games?

The season may be over but some are playing for their futures


Airdrie 0 Dundee United 0: Diamonds boss hails side as he claims they are 'the only side to cause champions problems' this season

The sides fought out a goalless draw at New Broomfield as Dundee United were crowned Championship champions


Chinese swimmer Yu Zidi, 11, making world sit up and take notice, but officials happy to let her take her own time

Yu made the final of both the 400-metre individual medley and freestyle at the Chinese national championships in Shenzhen But the primary school girl will not compete at the Paris Olympics as China has already reached its quota of 26 female swimmers An 11-year-old wonderkid has been making waves at the Chinese National Swimming Championships in She...


Soccer-Man Utd must bolster support for Garnacho and Mainoo, says Fernandes

(Reuters) - Manchester United must step up their efforts in providing the necessary support for their young players to thrive within the squad, captain Bruno Fernandes said. Fernandes called for an encouraging environment to help academy graduates Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho flourish, especially as expectations continue to grow at the Premier League side. Argentina international


Now ex-baseball pro reveals he's also trapped in Turks and Caicos

A father stranded in Turks and Caicos after he accidentally carried ammo in his luggage during a family vacation faces up to 12 years in prison for the 'honest mistake'.


Leicester promoted back to Premier League as Leeds humbled at QPR

By Samuel Indyk LONDON (Reuters) - Leicester City earned promotion back to the Premier League on Friday after nearest rivals Leeds United were beaten 4-0 by Queens Park Rangers, ensuring the Championship leaders will finish in the top two in the standings. The result left second-placed Leeds's chances of automatic promotion from the second-tier Championship hanging by a thread. They trail


Arne Slot's in-tray at Liverpool: Mohamed Salah, Darwin Nunez, contracts and summer signings

What is facing Arne Slot when he replaces Jurgen Klopp as Liverpool manager this summer? We take a look at some of the key issues for the Dutchman to take a look at


Norris: F1 might never have a driver with Alonso's longevity again

Lando Norris reckons Formula 1 might never have another driver race as long and as successfully as Fernando Alonso, or if there is a repeat “it's going be extremely rare”.


Monaco E-Prix: Evans leads Jaguar 1-2 after strategy masterclass

A strategy masterclass by Jaguar in the Monaco E-Prix allowed Mitch Evans to claim his first Formula E win of the season as he led home team-mate Nick Cassidy.


Soccer-Liverpool's slim title hopes fade further with 2-2 draw at West Ham

LONDON (Reuters) -Liverpool's slim Premier League title hopes faded further on Saturday when Michail Antonio's late header earned West Ham United a deserved point with a 2-2 draw. Liverpool, reeling from a 2-0 loss at Everton in the Merseyside derby on Wednesday, were marginally the better side in a flat first half. The visitors had a penalty denied for an offside in the build-up before Luis Diaz


Da Costa: FIA must "find another way" other than disqualifying cars post-race

Formula E driver Antonio Felix da Costa believes that the FIA must “find another way” other than disqualification for cars that fail post-race checks “for the good of the sport”.


DTM Oschersleben: Aitken capitalises on Wittmann dramas to win season-opener

Jack Aitken won the opening race of the 2024 DTM at Oschersleben after Marco Wittmann’s BMW stopped on track with mechanical issues with just three minutes to run.


Bagnaia used Jerez MotoGP practice as a test for "big" change

Ducati’s Francesco Bagnaia says his strategy for MotoGP’s Spanish Grand Prix practice was to treat it “as a test” as he teased that his team made a “big” bike change.